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***Please do not book onto this session, it is for a training exercise*** You have found Alexis' Training, well done! To continue on in the training you will need to enter the code word 'Essex Spirit'. Why not take some time now to look at the training events available and consider any events you may wish to book. If you have any questions you can contact our team by emailing develop@essex.ac.uk. ***Please do not book onto this session, it is for a training exercise***

The first section of this workshop is an introduction to emotional intelligence, to help you guide your thinking, behaviour and emotions, and better handle interpersonal relationships. The second section looks at cultural intelligence to help you reflect and give you a better understanding and ability to relate to others and interact effectively across cultures.  If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

This Education Insights workshop will provide an overview of the role of the Student Advisor, and the skills and values needed to be an effective advisor. We will cover the policy requirements for student advising at Essex, what students want from a student advisor and provide tips to make the advising count for your students. The session is ideal for new advisors but also for those looking to revise and develop a more effective advising system within their School or Department. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

Join us for a practical, jargon-free introduction to artificial intelligence and its growing role in higher education. In this one-hour online workshop, you'll explore the basics of AI—including generative AI and large language models (LLMs)—in a way that's easy to understand, and discover how these technologies are already shaping teaching, research, and student support services. Whether you're an academic or a member of Professional Services, this session will help you build confidence, write more effective prompts, and identify opportunities to leverage AI effectively in your work. No prior experience with AI is needed. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

This session will help you to be a clear and effective communicator and show you how to communicate more assertively. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

As a public authority, the University of Essex is required to respond to requests for information held about the University by the University under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) within a specified timeframe under the legislation. This training session will provide guidance on what to do if you receive a request for information which is not within your normal job role and how the Information Assurance Team can support you and provide advice and guidance on assisting us to be able to respond to requests in a timely manner. Following completion of the session, you should be able to identify what an FOI request is, what the process for handling requests is; how you can help us with providing data for the response and the role of the Information Assurance Team in the process.

Get your Moodle pages ready for the start of term by following a few easy steps. This short session will take you through the process of resetting, editing, updating, and aligning your Moodle pages with the Baseline standard. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

You’re warmly invited to attend our engaging Education and Research Induction programme on Wednesday 24th September 2025 at the Colchester Campus. Designed for academic and research staff, the in-person day event offers valuable insights into our mission, priorities, and support for education, research, and professional development. You’ll hear directly from Professor Frances Bowen our new Vice Chancellor, senior leaders, connect with colleagues, and discover key resources to help you thrive in your role. As you get your questions answered. Please note this event is not catered.

Join us on Wednesday 24th September 2025 at the Colchester Campus for an in-person welcoming induction designed to introduce you to our values, strategic goals, and culture. You’ll hear from Chris Oldham our Deputy registrar and explore how your role supports the University’s mission. The session also highlights the professional development opportunities available to help you grow and thrive at Essex. Please note this event is not catered.

An overview of Moodle for new starters. This session will give you an understanding of how we use Moodle at Essex and the basics of editing a Moodle course.

The Quiz is a powerful activity that can meet many teaching needs, from simple, multiple-choice knowledge tests to complex, self-assessment tasks with detailed feedback. This session will enable you to set up and run simple formative and summative Moodle quizzes with your students. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

Discover how to create engaging, interactive content using H5P in Moodle. This course introduces the basics of H5P, explaining how to create multimedia activities that enhance learner engagement.

This two-hour course is aimed at Heads of Department/Section and Directors as well as Managers and Supervisors in high-hazard areas. It is also open to other supervisors and managers who feel that they may benefit from the training. The course covers the University’s legal responsibilities, as set out in the Health and Safety Policy and Code of Practise, and explains what a health and safety management statement is and how to complete it. Participants are also given an overview of support and resources available within the University. A case study is used to help understand what is required of a manager/health and safety lead in the event of an incident and put into context the legal responsibilities. At the end of the course, you will be assessed with a short multiple choice test. If you will require support for the test, please email safety@essex.ac.uk. Please note that all courses are in person at Colchester campus unless stated otherwise. If you have booked and are unable to attend, please cancel your place or email safety@essex.ac.uk before the training date. If spaces are available, please book yourself onto a course. If you are unable to attend any of the courses listed, please add yourself to the waiting list.

Learn how to mark online using FASER, the University’s online marking and feedback tool.

This session will equip you with practical strategies to navigate workplace discussions with confidence, clarity, and impact. Through real-life scenarios and guided exercises, you’ll learn how to build influence, manage difficult conversations, and prepare for and conduct win-win negotiations that lead to mutually beneficial outcomes.

The session is delivered by a qualified Nordic Walking Instructor and is a low impact walking exercise that involves the use of walking poles. Along with getting your heart rate up, Nordic walking is a full-body exercise that uses special poles to activate your upper body as you walk and great workout for those who have joint issues such as arthritis. These sessions are aimed at all abilities, and you will be taught the correct technique before setting off and enjoying the scenery around campus. Walking poles will be provided but you should ensure you wear comfortable clothing and suitable walking shoes or trainers. The group meets on Square 2, outside the RAB Butler Building, for a prompt 12:10 departure. You must ensure for the first session you have completed a health declaration, which you can access by emailing ohquery@essex.ac.uk or on the Wellbeing Wednesdays page on the Staff Directory. Please bring this with you to your first session.

Online academic support hours have been arranged to allow anyone currently undertaking module one or two of the Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education Practice (PG CHEP) to have a discussion with a PG CHEP advisor on any aspect of the programme. You may have questions you wish to ask, or topics you wish to discuss in relation to coursework, the wider programme or any other matter relating to PG CHEP. The academic support hours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis with a maximum of ten spaces for any one session. Please be advised you may need to wait in the virtual 'waiting room' until the team member becomes available to start their next meeting with you. Please contact pgchep@essex.ac.uk if you have any questions. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

This Zoom support session will revisit key information in relation to the PG CHEP programme and will take you through the various coursework submissions; as well as details relating to Programme Learning Outcomes and important tips and reminders for your awareness. There will be several opportunities for you to meet and network with fellow PG CHEP participants throughout. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

This Zoom support session will contain various information and discussion opportunities relating to your final submission details for your relevant module. The event will also include time for networking with fellow PG CHEP participants and a chance to have a one-to-one meeting with a PG CHEP advisor to talk through any remaining queries. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

This Zoom support event will welcome you to the PG CHEP programme, provide an overview of the programme content, an introduction to the supporting resources and to the PG CHEP team, and will give you the chance to ask any questions that you may have. We will also be running through the overall requirements, submissions and deadlines related to the programme. There will also be opportunities for you to meet and network with fellow PG CHEP participants throughout. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

This Zoom support session will revisit key information in relation to the PG CHEP programme and will take you through the various coursework submissions; as well as details relating to Programme Learning Outcomes and important tips and reminders for your awareness. There will be several opportunities for you to meet and network with fellow PG CHEP participants throughout. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

This Zoom support session will contain various information and discussion opportunities relating to your final submission details for your relevant module. The event will also include time for networking with fellow PG CHEP participants and a chance to have a one-to-one meeting with a PG CHEP advisor to talk through any remaining queries. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

This Zoom support event will welcome you back to the PG CHEP programme, provide an overview of Module 2 content, a reminder of supporting resources, and will give you the chance to ask any questions that you may have. We will also be running through the overall requirements, submissions and deadlines related to the programme. There will also be opportunities for you to network with fellow PG CHEP participants throughout. If you have any additional requirements, please contact develop@essex.ac.uk so adjustments can be made.

Risk Assessment Essentials is a three-hour course is designed to introduce staff members to creating useful risk assessments and their importance. This includes identifying what a risk is and how they can be mitigated to keep people safe. Participants use the risk assessment template along with a scenario to practise, and are provided a completed version at the end of the session in addition to resources that are available to help in the future. At the end of the course, you will be assessed with a short multiple choice test. If you will require support for the test, please email safety@essex.ac.uk. Please note that all courses are in person at Colchester campus unless stated otherwise. If you have booked and are unable to attend, please cancel your place or email safety@essex.ac.uk before the training date. If spaces are available, please book yourself onto a course. If you are unable to attend any of the courses listed, please add yourself to the waiting list.

Part 1: Part 1 of this course will focus on introducing participants to legislative and institutional definitions of misogyny, sexual harassment, and sexual violence. Participants will be encouraged to think about different forms of misogyny and individual and societal impacts of misogyny. Participants will also discuss what sexual violence is and learn to challenge commonly help myths about what causes sexual violence. (LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4) Please note this is a two part course. Refreshments will not be provided.

Part 2: Part 2 of this course will focus on the impacts of sexual violence, abuse, and harassment on the survivor. We will explore possible barriers to disclosure, as well as how to overcome these barriers and how to respond to a disclosure. We will also discuss possible ways to intervene safely in case we witness sexual harassment, abuse or violence. This section will also highlight institutional reporting and support mechanisms. (LO5, LO6, LO7) Please note Part 1 must be completed to complete Part 2. Refreshments will not be provided.

Part 1: Part 1 of this course will focus on introducing participants to legislative and institutional definitions of misogyny, sexual harassment, and sexual violence. Participants will be encouraged to think about different forms of misogyny and individual and societal impacts of misogyny. Participants will also discuss what sexual violence is and learn to challenge commonly help myths about what causes sexual violence. (LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4) This session will be delivered via zoom.

Part 2: Part 2 of this course will focus on the impacts of sexual violence, abuse, and harassment on the survivor. We will explore possible barriers to disclosure, as well as how to overcome these barriers and how to respond to a disclosure. We will also discuss possible ways to intervene safely in case we witness sexual harassment, abuse or violence. This section will also highlight institutional reporting and support mechanisms. (LO5, LO6, LO7) This session will be delivered via zoom. Note – please ONLY register for Part 2 if you have completed Part 1

Join us for a guided tour around our beautiful campus grounds as we explore the wide variety of trees and natural features on site. These walks are a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, learn more about local flora, and connect with nature. Sensible footwear is required to be worn on the tree walks. Please note the meeting place will be the Silberrad Building (Student Centre Plaza)